Joanna England

Joanna England is the former long-time executive editor and a founding editor at CandysDirt.com.

Eye Candy Abounds in Crest Meadow Estates 1970s Contemporary

By Joanna England / October 23, 2014 /

Y’all know how much I love interesting homes. They are like candy! I just can’t get enough of their amazing layouts and architecture, and homes like this one in Crest Meadow Estates have interesting rooms after every turn, it seems! Not only that, but this neighborhood has an amazing location — on the end of…

Another Controversial Halloween Display, This Time It’s Ebola Quarantine in University Park

By Joanna England / October 23, 2014 /

This homeowner at Emerson and Westchester near Highland Park High School opted for some truly scary Halloween decorations this year, which actually caused some serious questions from neighbors wondering whether the stucco-clad townhome was really under quarantine. Since then, in order to re-assure neighbors, a “Happy Halloween” sign has been hung from the balcony. Of…

Now That Dallas is Pretty Much Clear of Ebola, It’s Time to Fret About West Nile Virus

By Joanna England / October 23, 2014 /

According to the Lake Highlands Advocate, two pools in the vicinity of 11400 block of Park Central and the 11900 block of Woodbridge have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Since then, Dallas officials have sprayed pesticides in Lake Highlands from Monday to Wednesday in hopes to curb the population of Culex mosquitoes, the only species…

A Great Deal Can Still be Found in Oak Cliff, You Just Have to Know Where to Look

By Joanna England / October 22, 2014 /

I was complaining to a friend recently about how far prices have gone up in North Oak Cliff, putting many homes — even the ones that aren’t perfectly updated — out of reach for many people. Of course, when I was at an event showing off a brand new modern custom home in Kessler Park…

Kessler Woods Modern Has Chic Vibe, Beautiful Floors, Outdoors Galore

By Joanna England / October 22, 2014 /

This sleek home in Kessler Park is a stunning example of a home that is designed to maximize the outdoor spaces both within the home and outside its walls. It doesn’t hurt that it’s inside an amazing gated community in one of Oak Cliff’s most posh neighborhoods. Truly though, this listing at 2223 Kessler Woods…